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SchoolJuanita
Name
High School
Level
2020-2021
2018-2019
Course Catalog
Juanita High School
CONTENTS 2020-21 course catalog
Contacts 2 Juanita High School
Counseling Center 3
10601 N.E. 132nd Street
Four-Year Education Plan 4 Kirkland, WA 98034
425-936-1600
Registration Information & College & Career Center 5
jhs.lwsd.org
Course Selection Worksheet 6
Principal - Kelly Clapp
Academic Policies and Procedures 7 Associate Principal - Joe Gorder
Choice academic programs available at JHS 8 Associate Principal - Christine McMillan
Associate Principal - Kelly Konicki
Juanita H.S. Courses Dean of Students - Breck Ivy
Athletic Director - Jason Thurston
English 9 Activities Director - Ashleigh Hasslinger
Mathematics 12
Science 15 JHS Counseling Center
425-936-1680
STEM 20
Social Studies 21 Stefa Chow - Counselor
Angela Kilkenny - Counselor
World Languages 25 Michelle Bainter - Counselor
Resource Programs 28 Ines Bergman - Counselor
Christina Hunsberger - Counselor
Health and Physical Education 30 Margaret Campbell - High School and Beyond Coordinator
Leadership Education 33 Jennifer Hamilton - Registrar
Leann Johnson - Data Processor
Career and Technical Education 34
Performing and Visual Arts 42
JHS College & Career Center
NCAA Eligibility 50 Kendra Phillips - College & Career Specialist, 425-936-1615
Peggy Shay - College & Career Center Assistant, 425-936-1616
JHS Course Offerings 59
General District Information The information in this catalog, including the description of gradua-
tion requirements, is accurate as of January 2020. Students will be
District Graduation Requirements A1
held responsible for all requirements in effect for their graduation
Advanced Placement (AP) A2 year. It is the student’s responsibility to know the graduation require-
ments in effect for his/her graduation year and to implement a plan
Career & Technical Education (CTE) A2
to fulfill them. Information in the catalog is subject to change. Confirm
CADR courses A3 current information with your high school counselor.
High School Credit for Courses Taken in Middle School A3 Catalog prepared by the JHS Counseling Department.
LWSD Online Courses A4
Physical Education Credit Options A4
Running Start A4
Seven Period Schedule A5
Tesla STEM School Signature Programs A5
World Language Credit Options A5
WANIC A3, A6
Minimum College Admission Standards (CADR) A7-A8
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Juanita High School
COUNSELING CENTER 2020-21 course catalog
The counselors in the JHS Counseling Department are committed to helping Grades and Classes
students and their families to have a meaningful and successful high school You have the opportunity to increase knowledge, expand academic and think-
experience. Counselors at Juanita High School provide guidance services in ing skills, and develop sound study techniques in your courses. The grades you
the area of academic, vocational and post-secondary planning, as well as earn in those courses are recorded on the transcript. Colleges, universities,
support with personal and emotional challenges and social development. and technical training programs use your transcript to determine your admis-
Counselors provide services in many different ways, including classroom sibility into their institutions and programs. Employers and military recruiters
presentations, small group activities, and individual counseling. Students are review your grades and course work when considering you as an applicant.
assigned alphabetically to a counselor and are encouraged to make appoint-
ments as needed. Meeting College and University Admission Requirements
To gain admission into most colleges and universities, and to be prepared for
Personal college-level work, you should take additional high school courses in academic
Counselors help students and families with individual problem solving, crisis areas beyond local district requirements for high school graduation. The level
counseling, study skills, and stress and time management. The counseling of each course should be the highest level of challenge of which you are
department at JHS also partners with community organizations to expand capable and willing to put in a quality effort.
the range of services offered to students and families. Youth Eastside
Services provides substance abuse and counseling support, and LWSD has Electives and Extra-Curricular Activities
contracted with Evergreen Hospital to provide risk assessments. Business and technology courses, such as Marketing or Computer Science are
helpful to college-bound students. In addition, computer-based courses such
Post High School Planning as Computer Science or Microsoft Tech. Certification offer beneficial skills for
The counseling department works closely with the College & Career Center to college students. Most colleges and universities, and many employers, seek
guide and prepare students for the many post-secondary options available. students with skills or interests in addition to academic achievement. Par-
Throughout their high school career students have a chance to complete ca- ticipation in student government, music, drama and art, school publications,
reer interest surveys, learn how to conduct college research and narrow their community service, sports, clubs, and other school-sponsored activities can
choices, write a resume, and understand how the total college application and enrich your school life and help you build leadership, cooperation, and time
financial aid process works. Whether a student chooses to attend a four or management skills.
two year college, attend a vocational school, take a year off to work or join the
armed forces, the staff at JHS will support all students make informed choices Recommended Testing
and be academically prepared for their choice of college and career. Advanced Placement (AP): These examinations are administered through the
College Board as final examinations for Advanced Placement courses. They
High School and Beyond Plan are offered in May each year. Students enrolled in the courses have the option
The High School and Beyond Plan is a state and district graduation require- to take the examinations. Depending on the score earned on an AP examina-
ment ensuring students have a post-secondary plan in place. Using an online tion, a student may earn college credit once enrolled in a college or university,
tool called Xello, students discover interests, identify skills, research careers or he/she may receive exemption from a required college course. Advanced
and colleges, build resumes and identify majors and career pathways. Stu- registration is required, and there is a test fee for each examination taken.
dents begin exploration in middle school and each year complete new lessons
to further their research. Information can be used by staff to plan college PSAT/NMSQT: (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test)
visits, guest speakers and field trips aligning with student interests. Once is a standardized test designed by the College Board. At Juanita High School,
lessons are completed in Xello, the High School and Beyond Plan coordinator students take this test on a specific school day in October. The test is recom-
will check student work and communicate with students if any part of the plan mended for sophomores and juniors interested in pursuing higher education
needs revision. Within Xello is a Method Test Prep link for students to prepare after high school. This test is an indicator of potential achievement on the SAT,
for the SAT and ACT exams. Method Test Prep is a free and comprehensive and it is used to qualify juniors for the National Merit Scholarship program.
resource available to all LWSD students. The qualifying score is determined annually by the College Board. Students’ re-
sults are usually available in early January. Advanced registration is required.
Academic Planning There is a $17.00 administration fee for juniors, paid at the bookkeeper‘s
Active involvement of the student, parent or guardian, and counselor in office at time of registration (waived for students on free/reduced lunch). To
developing a four-year high school academic plan is the first step toward that help 10th graders gain more experience with this test, all sophomores will be
positive high school experience. Students should use the four-year plan form tested as well, but the School District will be responsible for these fees.
in this catalog to map out their high school academic career, and help them
SAT Reasoning Test and ACT: These are college entrance exams which test
advance their college and post-secondary plans. When developing a plan,
mathematical, verbal, reasoning, and writing abilities. Either SAT Reasoning
students should:
Test or ACT must usually be presented as part of an application for admission
• Include courses to help you meet all graduation requirements. to a four-year college or university. You should consult the college or university
• Be sure you can meet any prerequisites for courses you plan to take. in which you have an interest to find out which test it requires or prefers. This
• Take courses in proper sequence. information also is available through the JHS Career Resource Center and
• Plan for course fees, if there are any. college websites. Many students take the SAT Reasoning Test or the ACT in the
• Plan for your post-high school academic and career goals. spring of the junior year and/or the fall of the senior year. The tests are given
at many area sites on specified Saturdays. In order for results of the test to
• Use your academic strengths to your advantage.
be available for the college admission process, you should plan to take one
• Maximize your chance for success in areas of academic weakness.
or both of these tests no later than the first week in December of your senior
• Keep all options open by taking a full academic load each year. year. Advanced registration is required, and there is a test fee.
• Plan ahead for enhancement programs (AP, WANIC, Running Start,
CTE Dual Credit). SAT Subject Tests: These are tests designed by the College Board, and each
• Seek recommendations from teachers who know your work. is dedicated to a single subject. Some colleges and universities require
• Revise the four-year plan every year. applicants to submit scores from SAT Subject Tests. Consult the college or
university in which you have an interest to find out if it requires SAT Subject
Students in middle school should consult their teachers and counselors for Tests. If so, plan to take SAT Subject Tests in the spring of the school year in
assistance with their four-year plans and course selections for high school. Be which you are taking the course content for the test. The tests are given at
sure to maintain alignment with mathematics and science courses. many area sites on specified Saturdays. Advanced registration is required, and
there is a test fee.
Current 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th graders should consult their teachers
and counselors for assistance with their four-year plans and to review For SAT info, please visit www.collegeboard.com
their progress toward meeting graduation requirements. For ACT info, please visit www.ACT.org
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Juanita High School
FOUR-YEAR EDUCATION PLAN 2020-21 course catalog
Name ____________________________________
Grade:__________
FOUR-YEAR EDUCATION PLAN
9th Grade 10th Grade
1st SEMESTER 2nd SEMESTER 1st SEMESTER 2nd SEMESTER
11th Grade 12th Grade
1st SEMESTER 2nd SEMESTER 1st SEMESTER 2nd SEMESTER
.
Please see the Graduation Requirements page in this Course Catalog to guide you in making your 4-year plan.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION & Juanita High School
COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER 2020-21 course catalog
Registration Information Parent Signature Required
A parent/guardian signature is required on the completed course selec-
Registration Process for the 2020-21 School Year tion worksheet. The parent signature indicates the parent’s involvement
Registration materials will be available online and distributed to 8th, 9th, in the registration process, his/her review of the student’s progress
10th, and 11th grade students registered at Juanita High School, Finn Hill toward graduation, and his/her support of the selections made by the
Middle School and Kamiakin Middle School in January 2020. student.
Information Session Teacher Signatures Required
This year Incoming Freshman Information Night will take place January Signatures from current teachers are required on the completed course
8 at Juanita High School. At this program, staff will present curriculum selection worksheet for courses that specify teacher signatures as a
options in each department and will explain elective offerings, honors requirement for the course. (See course descriptions.) Teacher signatures
courses, Advanced Placement options, STEM Global Health Program, also are required for all honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses;
Running Start, WANIC, and CTE Dual Credit options. The evening is de- all resource programs; and mathematics, science, and world language
signed for current eighth graders and their parents/guardians but is open continuation courses. First year world language courses do not require
to all Juanita High School students and their parents. teacher signatures.
Course Selection & Schedule Changes College and Career Center
When choosing courses during registration, students should consider
all their commitments during the school year, including but not limited The College and Career Center (CCC) at Juanita High School is located
to, after-school activities and number of advanced level classes they are across from the main office. The following information may be obtained
signing up for. Signing up for a course means the student is committed from the knowledgeable staff in the CCC:
to taking that course and will seek out opportunities for help, should • Two-year and four-year college • Summer opportunities
challenges arise. Yearlong classes are yearlong commitments. There are exploration • Resource materials available
very limited schedule changes at the beginning of a semester, and they • Career exploration for check out
are limited to the following circumstances: • Career panels • Military information
• A senior missing a graduation requirement • Scholarship and Financial Aid • Information on SAT/ACT
• Missing a core academic requirement (e.g. English, math, history) information • College visits
• A student selected a class for which he/she has not met the pre- • Vocational/Trade School • College fair
requisite (e.g. Art 2 without taking Art 1) information • Non-college exploration
• A student is assigned a class that he/she did not request, even as • Apprenticeship information • Resume and cover letter
an alternate. • Job advertisements assistance
• Community volunteer
Important things to consider when choosing courses: experience
• Maintain a balance. Consider how many hours of homework and
studying each class will entail. Ensure you will have enough time for Two academic enhancement programs offered at Juanita High School
studying and make sure you will have enough time for extracurricular are administered through the CCC. These are CTE Dual Credit and WANIC
activities, family, friends, and sleep. There are 7 periods in the day, (Washington Network for Innovative Careers). Please see appendix for WANIC
information.
which means 7 classes to manage.
• Take classes that interest you. Consider your post-secondary plans CTE Dual Credit
and whether you are interested in a 2-year or 4-year college, military, CTE Dual Credit is an in-the-high-school program that allows students to
apprenticeship, vocational school, etc and request classes that align receive college credit for classes taken in the high school. CTE Dual Credit
with these goals. gives high school students:
• Students choosing year-long classes (whether an elective or • A solid start in earning a community/technical college certificate or
Advanced Placement classes) are making a year-long commitment. degree.
Students will not be allowed to transfer out of year-long classes. • The opportunity to earn free college credit while in high school.
In order to avoid disappointment later on, you must select enough • Chance to develop marketable skills.
courses to complete the entire course selection worksheet, including • Post-high school priority registration at participating community/
the six alternate choice spaces. These alternates are not considered in technical colleges.
any priority order. Therefore, you can expect to see any of your alternate These classes are designated within the course description in this course
choices on your final schedule, no matter where you listed it on your catalog. If you complete a CTE Dual Credit class at Juanita High School,
course selection worksheet. meet the achievement grade requirement, complete an application, and
pay the fee, you will receive credit from both Juanita High School and the
All schedule changes must follow designated school processes and be
community or technical college. You will receive a separate transcript
approved by Counselors/Administrators. The Schedule Change request
from the college. This fee covers all classes a student takes during one
period will be open for 3 days. Schedule changes within the first five days
school year regardless of the number of credits taken during that year,
will not be recorded on the transcript. A “W” (withdrawn) grade will be
from any of our partner colleges. Participating colleges include Bellevue
recorded on the transcript of students dropping courses after the first five
College, Edmonds Community College, Lake Washington Institute of
(5) days through the fifth (5th) week of the semester. The course will re-
Technology, Cascadia College and Shoreline Community College. Credits
main on the student’s official transcript but will not impact the student’s
can be transferred within the Washington State Community and Techni-
GPA. Students will receive an F grade for courses dropped after the 5th
cal College system. Credits transferred to four-year colleges/universities,
week of the semester except in the case of extenuating circumstances as
both in and out of state, are considered on a case by case basis. Consult
determined by the principal.
your counselor for specific university requirements.
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Juanita High School
COURSE SELECTION WORKSHEET 2020-21 course catalog
Sample JUANITA HIGH SCHOOL COURSE SELECTION WORKSHEET
Student Name______________________________________________ Phone # ____________________
PLEASE BE SURE THAT ALL REQUIRED SIGNATURES HAVE BEEN OBTAINED ON YOUR FINAL COURSE SELECTION
WORKSHEET. REVIEW YOUR REQUESTS CAREFULLY AND READ THE STATEMENT IN THE BOX AT THE BOTTOM OF THE
PAPER BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR WORKSHEET. NOTE THAT YOU MUST SIGN UP FOR 7 CLASSES EACH SEMESTER.
SEMESTER 1: SEMESTER 2:
Teacher Teacher
TITLE OF COURSE INITIAL TITLE OF COURSE INITIAL
ENGLISH: ENGLISH:
SOCIAL STUDIES: SOCIAL STUDIES:
MATH: MATH:
SCIENCE: SCIENCE:
ALTERNATES:
You must choose 6 different alternates. Please note: There is no priority ranking to the alternate choices.
Title of Alternate Course: Title of Alternate Course:
__________________________________________ __________________________________________
__________________________________________ __________________________________________
__________________________________________ __________________________________________
Parents and Students,
Please note that teachers will be assigned to specific classes at JHS based on student requests for courses. Students
should select courses carefully. Requests for schedule changes that deviate from the courses selected on this Course
Selection Worksheet cannot be granted.
I have reviewed my graduation requirements and request the above courses for next year.
Student Signature _______________________________________________ Date _____/_____/_____
Parent Signature ________________________________________________ Date _____/_____/_____
01/18
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Juanita High School
ACADEMIC POLICIES & PROCEDURES 2020-21 course catalog
These policies and procedures apply to Juanita High School students and
to all middle school students who enroll in courses at Juanita High School.
Grading
Grading at JHS is on a four point scale, with 4.0=A. Passing is D,
but in some cases, a student must achieve a grade higher than D to
progress to the next course in an academic sequence. (See course
descriptions.)
Pass/No Pass
In special circumstances, students, in consultation with their
teachers and counselors, may elect to take a course Pass/No Pass
instead of earning a letter grade. Please note: Taking this option lim-
its eligibility for some graduation honors and may change the NCAA
classification of the course. Pass/No Pass must be approved within
the first four weeks of the semester.
Reduced Schedule
A senior in good standing may complete an application for Early Dis-
missal or Late Arrival, reducing the seven class daily schedule by a
maximum of 1 class. (A minimum six class per day enrollment must
be maintained for the student to be eligible for graduation from JHS.)
Reduced schedules are approved only for academic or vocational
reasons. Students who take a semester position as a Teaching As-
sistant (TA) are not eligible for Early Dismissal or Late Arrival.
External Credit
Credit may be approved for educational courses or experiences
that are obtained through an institution or organization outside of
Juanita High School. An application process is required. Approval to
pursue an outside course or experience for credit must be obtained
from the principal before the beginning of the course or experience.
A maximum of 3 credits total throughout your high school career
may be submitted for approval. The request for acceptance for out of
district credit is available in the counseling office.
Teacher Aide (TA) Positions
A junior or senior in good academic standing may register to be a
Teacher Aide for a teacher, department, library, or office at JHS.
Grading for TA positions is Pass/No Pass, and elective credit is
earned. Students are advised to accept a TA position for no more
than one semester during grades 11-12.
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CHOICE academic programs available at JHS Juanita High School
2020-21 course catalog
Cambridge Program STEM Program
The Cambridge Program is one of the Choice Schools available to In this STEM Global Health Signature Program, students will explore
incoming ninth graders. Each Cambridge syllabus is developed by global health through the lens of literature, social science, body
Cambridge Assessment International Education, a department of systems, and disease detection and prevention. Laboratory investiga-
the University of Cambridge in England. Cambridge International is tions, problem-based learning, and a variety of public health related
a not-for-profit organization operating in over 160 countries around readings will play a prominent role in the program. Opportunities to
the world, and the largest provider of international qualifications for work with community partners and explore health career options will
14-19 year olds. Cambridge courses emphasize higher order think- be an integral part of the course. The Science and English homework
ing, oral, writing, and investigative skills along with collaboration. expectations apply.
Students enroll in Cambridge courses for the four core subjects each
year. STEM Global Health (Juniors/Seniors)
STEM Global Health is designed as two courses that include Science
At the end of each course, students sit for exams, many of which (Anatomy and Physiology) and Global Health English (grades 11 or
count toward the Advanced International Certificate of Education. 12). For the purpose of transcripts, credit will be earned for the fol-
The AICE Diploma requirements encourage breadth through a com- lowing: Anatomy and Physiology (Science) and English (Global Health
bination of International A (Advanced) and AS (Advanced Subsidiary) English; UWHS English credit will be offered). Please refer to page 21
Levels. Cambridge International A/AS Levels are accepted in universi- for individual course descriptions.
ties throughout the world. For more information on the Cambridge
Program and application process, please visit the JHS website at STEM Workplace Experience (Seniors)
https://jhs.lwsd.org/academics/cambridge-program. This part of the program is designed to allow students who have suc-
cessfully completed STEM Global Health to demonstrate their knowl-
Graduation pathways requirement edge and understanding by peer tutoring in one of the STEM courses.
Students have the opportunity to meet the graduation pathway re- In addition, students would be able to participate in job shadowing
quirement by earning a C+ in an identified AP or Cambridge course or in a health profession with community partners. For the purpose of
scoring 3 or higher on the AP exam. To see all math and ELA courses transcripts, elective credit will be earned. Please refer to page 21 for
that apply, go to www.lwsd.org > Programs and Services > Acceler- individual course description
ated Programs > High School Highly Capable Program Services and
then click on Advanced Placement and scroll down to “Graduation
pathways requirement.”
Futures School
Futures School, a Choice School for 11th and 12th grade students,
offers a positive alternative learning environment where students
become inquisitive, engaged and self-confident individuals striving
towards excellence in their future. One of the differences between Fu-
tures School and Juanita High School is that the schedule at Futures
provides additional flexibility for students as well as the opportunity to
gain additional credits. This program runs in approximately 30 day (6
week) sessions for a total of three per semester. For detailed informa-
tion about Futures School, please visit the school website at http://
www.lwsd.org/school/fut/about-us/pages/default.aspx.
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Juanita High School
ENGLISH courses 2020-21 course catalog
The Juanita High School learning community encourages all of its Honors English 9 - ENG171/ENG172
students to become thoughtful, avid readers. With this aim, the staff 2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grade 9
requires its students to take part in a summer reading assignment
in which one book and one assignment must be completed before CADR
the start of school in the fall. Students will receive their grade level Graduation Content Requirement
specific summer reading assignment in the spring. English. This course is part of the college-bound English curriculum
The English curriculum at Juanita High School begins with the English and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
9 course taken in ninth grade, progresses through English 10 and
English 11 courses, and English 12 courses, including Advanced Course Description
Placement courses. This course is for motivated students with strong reading and writing
Students must follow the four-year, developmental curriculum in order skills who are ready for more extensive and challenging assignments,
to meet these graduation requirements. focusing largely on literary analysis. The course will integrate read-
ings and writings that focus on exploring, interpreting, and analyzing
Four years of English are required for entrance into most colleges and literature and other readings in more depth. Specific literature study
universities and are desirable for entrance into the military and the will include Persepolis, Animal Farm, Ender’s Game, The House on
job market. Mango Street, and Romeo and Juliet. There will be an emphasis on
The graduation requirements in English include: critical thinking skills in the form of questioning techniques, analyzing
literary devices, interpreting author’s purpose, and evaluating style. A
• Four years of English courses. minimum of ½ hour of homework per day can be expected.
• Required English content, including English 9, English 10,
English 11 and 12. Grade 10
Grade 9 English 10 - ENG221/ENG222
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grade 10
English 9 - ENG121/ENG122
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grade 9 CADR
CADR Graduation Content Requirement
English 10. This course is part of the college-bound English curricu-
Graduation Content Requirement lum and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
English 9. This course is part of the college-bound English curriculum
and meets NCAA core for student athletes. Course Description
This course is part of the English curriculum required for all students.
Course Description It is designed to introduce students to literature from different areas
This course will enable students to explore perspectives and themes of the world. Students will study such authors as Coelho, Hosseini,
in a variety of genres gleaned from classic and modern world litera- Shakespeare and Wiesel, and will learn to manage long-term reading
ture. Literary studies may include Speak, The Absolutely True Diary and project assignments. In addition, students will improve writing
of a Part-time Indian, The Pearl and Romeo and Juliet. Students will skills through several papers assigned each semester. Semester
read, analyze and write about the literature. Writing assignments grades will be based on performance on writing assignments, in-class
are designed to strengthen students’ formal essay writing skills with participation, long-term projects, presentations, and tests. A mini-
emphasis on thesis development, organization, ideas, supporting mum of ½ hour of homework per day can be expected.
evidence and commentary. Students will bolster their oral communi- Honors English 10 - ENG271/ENG272
cation and critical thinking skills through discussions, presentations,
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grade 10
interviews and projects. Students will demonstrate their learning
through a variety of tasks including tests, projects, informal and CADR
formal writing assignments and discussions. 1-2 hours of homework
per week can be expected. Graduation Content Requirement
English 10. This course is part of the college-bound English curricu-
lum and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
Course Description
This course is designed for motivated students who have mastered
the expository essay to a proficient degree and are looking for aca-
demic challenge and enrichment in their study of world literature.
Some of the authors whose works students will study include Dante,
Shakespeare, Sophocles, Wiesel, and Achebe.
Several papers a semester will be required, in addition to in-class es-
says, independent reading, oral presentations, and research projects.
Students will be introduced to college-level writing standards. Approxi-
mately 45 minutes to 1 hour of homework per day can be expected.
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ENGLISH courses 2020-21 course catalog
Grade 11 Grade 11-12
English 11 - ENG321/ENG322 English/STEM Global Health -
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grade 11 ENG381/ENG382 (Grade 11)
CADR ENG473/ENG474 (Grade 12)
2 Semesters/1.0 credit – Grades 11, 12
Graduation Content Requirement
English 11. This course is part of the college-bound English curricu-
CADR
lum and meets NCAA core for student athletes. *** For information on STEM program see page 8. ***
Course Description Special Credit Available (Optional)
This course is part of the English curriculum required of all students. UW College in the High School credit available for English.
It is designed to integrate the study of American literature into an
exploration of the major historical, political, and cultural movements English. This course is part of the college-bound English curriculum
that have shaped American culture over time. Students will develop a and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
deeper understanding of the main issues confronting the developing Course Description (Individual)
nation and be able to suggest answers to the question, “What is the The English/STEM Global Health course will focus on integration of
American Dream?” Students will study works from a variety of liter- American literature, as well as non-fiction and informational text, with
ary genres by authors from different racial and ethnic backgrounds. scientific exploration of body systems, and disease detection and
Semester grades will be based on student performance on writing prevention. Students will develop a deeper understanding of global
assignments, in-class participation, reading from assigned works, health issues through problem-based learning, including writing
presentations, and tests. A minimum ½-1 hour of homework per day a minimum of two papers per semester. Grades will be based on
can be expected. student performance on writing assignments, in-class participation,
# AP English Language and Composition - reading from assigned works, presentations, and PBL’s (Problem
Based Learning Activities).
ENG491/ENG492
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grade 11
Grade 12
CADR
English 12 - ENG421/ENG422
Prerequisite 2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grade 12
Completion of a required summer reading and accompanying written
assignment prior to starting the course and a teacher recommendation. CADR
Course Fees Prerequisite
Fee for AP examination approximately $100. Completion of English 11 or AP Language
Completion of summer reading and summer reading assignment by
Special Credit Available (Optional) the first day of class.
College credit available through end-of-year AP examination.
Graduation Content Requirement
Graduation Content Requirement English. This course is part of the college-bound English curriculum
English. This course is part of the college-bound English curriculum and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
This college prep class is an exploration of writing, poetry, literature,
Course Description film, and discussion. The course will approach critical themes such
This college-level course centers on the study of rhetoric and its link to as, “Values,”“Journeys”, and “Social Issues”, and will look at both
the humanities: art, music, history, science, and philosophy. Students contemporary, classic, and informational texts. Students will hone
will focus primarily on non-fiction texts and will be introduced to the writing, reading, and critical thinking skills necessary for college
structure and style needed to write in a variety of forms, including rhe- success. Possible texts and units include: Shakespeare, The Curious
torical and persuasive. The course can be taken to fulfill the English Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, Fahrenheit 451, and Fences. In
11 requirement or as an English elective. (It is not recommended for addition, students will have the opportunity to work on their College/
students who already have completed the English 11 requirement.) Personal essay. Semester grades will be based on student perfor-
It is recommended for highly motivated, college-bound students. A mance on writing assignments, in-class participation, reading from
minimum of 45 minutes of homework per day can be expected. assigned works, presentations, and tests. A minimum ½-1 hour of
homework per day can be expected.
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ENGLISH courses 2020-21 course catalog
# AP English Literature and Composition - Mystery and Detective Fiction – ENG543
ENG495/ENG496 1 Semester/.5 credit - Grade 12
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grade 12 CADR
CADR Graduation Content Requirement
Elective
Prerequisite
Successful completion of English Language and Composition-AP or Students will learn to investigate the origins and trace the develop-
teacher recommendation; completion of a required summer reading ment of an important genre of literature; examine the diversity of
and accompanying written assignment prior to starting the course. mystery literature; and use accessible literature to reinforce reading
fluency, reading comprehension strategies, and analytical reading
Course Fees skills, as well as foster a love of reading. 1-2 hours of homework per
Fee for AP Examination approximately $100; or fee for UW in the High week can be expected.
School, approximately $300 for 5 college credits.
Creative Writing 1 - ENG611
Special Credit Available 1 Semester / .50 credit – Grades 10, 11, 12
College credit available, depending on end-of-year AP examination
results. CADR
Graduation Content Requirement Prerequisite
English. This course is part of the college-bound English curriculum English 9
and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
Course Fee
Course Description None
The AP English Literature and Composition course focuses on read-
ing, analyzing, and writing about imaginative literature (fiction, poetry, Graduation Content Requirement
drama) from various periods. Students engage in close reading and Elective
critical analysis of imaginative literature to deepen their understand- Course Description
ing of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and Through process writing, journal use, and free-writing, students
pleasure. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style, explore their creative voices in poetry, memoir/personal non-fiction,
and themes, as well as its use of figurative language, imagery, and short stories and longer fiction. Using personal experience and
symbolism. Writing assignments include expository, analytical, and observation, students in this class develop skills in manipulating and
argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret using language, revision, and peer and self-evaluation. The course is
literary works. A minimum of 45 minutes of homework per day can be designed to help beginning writers, as well as more experienced writ-
expected. ers, in grades 10 through 12, but all students should be motivated
to explore, share, and grow in a workshop-type setting. 1-2 hours of
homework per week can be expected.
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MATHEMATICS courses 2020-21 course catalog
The high school completion and college preparatory series follows the Geometry - MAT321/MAT322
progression, and must be taken in the order of: Algebra I, Geometry, 2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Algebra 2, Math Analysis, and Advanced Placement Options (Calculus
(AB and BC) and/or Statistics). Students must complete Algebra 1, CADR
Geometry, and Algebra 2 or an alternative as per page A1 in order to Prerequisite
earn their high school diploma, all of which are aligned to the Com- Algebra 1 credit earned.
mon Core State Standards. Students are expected to spend between
30 – 60 minutes each day on homework; more time may be neces- Math Department Recommendation
sary in advanced classes. Algebra 1 with a grade of C- or better for both semesters
College Entrance Requirements: Most four-year colleges recommend Requirements
college preparatory classes in mathematics through trigonometry Scientific calculator, compass, protractor, and ruler
(Math Analysis) with a minimum of mathematics through Advanced
Algebra. Students who wish to major in fields such as business, archi- Graduation Content Requirement
tecture, engineering, natural and physical science, construction, and Math. This course is part of the college-bound Mathematics curricu-
some design fields should complete courses through Math Analysis at lum and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
a minimum. District-adopted curriculum: Big Ideas Geometry
Algebra 1 - MAT241/MAT242 Course Description
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 In Geometry, students explore more complex geometric situations
and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving
CADR towards formal mathematical arguments. The course focuses on
Requirements six critical areas: (1) using previous experience with rigid motions,
Scientific calculator or graphing calculator students develop notions about what it means for two objects to
be congruent, establish triangle congruence based on these rigid
Graduation Content Requirement motions along with formal constructions, and use this as a familiar
Mathematics. This course is part of the college-bound Mathematics foundation for the development of formal proof, solving problems and
curriculum and meets NCAA core for student athletes. proving theorems about triangles, quadrilaterals, and other polygons;
District-adopted curriculum: Big Ideas Algebra 1 (2) build a formal understanding of similarity, using earlier experi-
ence with dilations and proportional reasoning, and apply similarity
Course Description to right triangle trigonometry and the Pythagorean Theorem, and use
Algebra 1 formalizes and extends the mathematics that students trigonometry to find missing measures; (3) work with the geometry
learned in the middle grades. The course focuses on five critical of two- and three-dimensional objects, as well as shapes of cross-
areas: (1) develop fluency writing, interpreting, and translating sections and the result of rotating a two-dimensional object about a
between various forms of linear equations and inequalities, and line; (4) build on the previous work with the Pythagorean Theorem
simple exponential functions, and using them to solve problems; (2) to find distances and use a rectangular coordinate system to verify
compare and contrast linear and exponential functions, translate be- geometric relationships, including properties of special right triangles
tween different representations, use function notation, and interpret and quadrilaterals, slopes of parallel and perpendicular lines; (5)
arithmetic sequences as linear functions and geometric sequences prove basic theorems about circles, and use coordinate geometry to
as exponential functions; (3) using regression techniques to describe find equations of circles and determine intersections between lines
linear relationships quantitatively and make judgments about the and circles or parabolas, or between two circles; and (6) compute
appropriateness of linear models; (4) extend the laws of exponents to and interpret theoretical and experimental probabilities of compound
rational exponents, see structure in and create quadratic and expo- events to make informed decisions, and make use of geometric
nential expressions, and solve equations, inequalities and systems of probability models whenever possible. The Mathematical Practice
equations; (5) compare quadratic, linear, and exponential functions to Standards apply throughout the course, and together with the content
model phenomenon. They also identify the real solutions of quadratic standards allow students to experience math as a coherent, useful,
equations as the zeroes of a related quadratic function and expand and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of
their experience to more specialized functions – absolute value, step, problem situations.
and those that are piecewise-defined. The Mathematical Practice
Standards apply throughout the course, and together with the content
standards allow students to experience math as a coherent, useful,
and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of
problem situations.
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MATHEMATICS courses 2020-21 course catalog
Algebra 2 identities and proofs. By the end of the course, students will apply the
Honors Algebra 2 - MAT261/MAT262 concept of function in many different concepts, solve equations over
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 the complex number set and work with periodic functions.
CADR Mathematical Analysis - MAT511/MAT512
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite
Completion of one year of Algebra 1 with a grade of C- or better and CADR
completion of Geometry. Prerequisite
Math Department Recommendations Completion of one year of Algebra 2 with a grade of C or better
Algebra 1 with a grade of C- or better for both semesters and comple- Requirements
tion of Geometry. TI-83, TI-83 Plus, or TI-84 Plus calculator
Requirements Graduation Content Requirement
Graphing calculator, these models preferred: TI-83, TI-83Plus, Math. This course is part of the college-bound Mathematics curricu-
TI-84Plus or TI-84CE lum and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
Graduation Content Requirement Course Description
Math. This course is part of the college-bound mathematics curricu- This course prepares the student for further rigorous study in ad-
lum and meets NCAA core for student athletes. vanced mathematics. This class satisfies college entrance require-
District-adopted curriculum: Big Ideas Algebra 2 ments for Math Analysis. One semester is the study of trigonometry;
trigonometric functions, analytic geometry, polar coordinates, vectors,
Course Description and related topics. The other semester is focused on both algebra
Students extend their work with quadratic and exponential functions and functions with special attention to polynomial, rational, expo-
to include polynomial, rational, and radical functions. The course nential and logarithmic functions, composed and inverse functions,
focuses on these critical areas: (1) multiply and divide polynomials, and techniques of graphing. Additional topics include sequences and
identify zeros of polynomials, including complex zeros of quadratic series, conics, probability, and initial work with limits. A graphing cal-
polynomials and make connections between zeros of polynomials culator is required for this class. This course requires excellent study
and solutions of polynomial equations (including the fundamental and homework habits.
theorem of algebra); and (2) solve exponential equations with loga-
rithms, explore transformation on graphs of diverse functions, and # AP Calculus AB - MAT631/MAT632
adjust the parameters of a variety of functions to model a situation. 2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 10, 11, 12
The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout the course,
CADR
and together with the content standards allow students to experi-
ence math as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use Prerequisite
of their ability to make sense of problem situations. This course will Successful completion of Math Analysis with a grade of B or better,
include optional honors assignments, which can qualify students for or teacher approval
an “Honors” designation on their transcript.
Course Fees
Algebra 3 with Trigonometry - MAT283/MAT284 Fee for AP Examination approximately $100.
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 11, 12
Requirements
CADR TI-83, TI-83Plus, or TI-84Plus calculator
Prerequisite Graduation Content Requirement
Algebra 2 credit earned Math. This course is part of the college-bound Mathematics curricu-
lum and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
Requirements
TI-83, TI-83 Plus, or TI-84 Plus Calculator Special Credit Available (Optional)
College credit available through end-of-year AP examination.
Graduation Content Requirement
Math. This course is part of the college-bound Mathematics curricu- Course Description
lum and meets NCAA core for student athletes. AP Calculus AB is roughly equivalent to a first semester college
Course Description calculus course devoted to topics in differential and integral calculus.
This course is designed for students who have earned credit for Alge- The AP course covers topics in these areas, including concepts and
bra 2 with a C- or lower. It is meant for students who need to solidify skills of limits, derivatives, definite integrals, and the Fundamental
advanced algebra concepts prior to enrolling in Math Analysis. This Theorem of Calculus. The course teaches students to approach
course builds on mathematical content covered in Algebra 2. It pre- calculus concepts and problems when they are represented graphi-
pares students for college mathematics courses. Topics include qua- cally, numerically, analytically, and verbally, and to make connections
dratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions; amongst these representations. Students learn how to use technol-
radical, fractional and absolute value equations and inequalities; ogy to help solve problems, experiment, interpret results, and support
sequences and series; and trigonometric functions and inverses, and conclusions.
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MATHEMATICS courses 2020-21 course catalog
# AP Calculus BC - MAT641/MAT642 # AP Statistics - MAT651/MAT652
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 11, 12 2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 11, 12
CADR CADR
Prerequisite Prerequisite
Completion of one year of Calculus-AP with a grade of B or better, Completion of Algebra 2 with a B or better or Math Analysis with a C
or permission of teacher. or better
Course Fees Course Fees
Fee for AP examination is approximately $100 Fee for AP Examination approximately $100.
Requirements Special Credit Available (Optional)
TI-83, TI-83 Plus, or TI-84 Plus calculator. College credit available through end-of-year AP examination.
Graduation Content Requirement Requirements
Math. This course is part of the college-bound mathematics curricu- TI-83, TI-83Plus, or TI-84Plus calculator
lum and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
Graduation Content Requirement
Special Credit Available (Optional) Math. This course is part of the college-bound mathematics curricu-
College credit available through end-of-year AP examination. lum and meets NCAA core for student athletes.
Course Description Course Description
AP Calculus BC is roughly equivalent to both first and second semes- This course is an introduction to the major concepts and tools for
ter college calculus courses. It extends the content learned in AB to collection, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students
different types of equations (polar, parametric, vector-valued) and are exposed to four broad conceptual themes: (1) exploring data,
new topics (such as Euler’s method, integration by parts, partial frac- describing patterns and departures from patterns; (2) sampling and
tion decomposition, and improper integrals), and introduces the topic experimentation, planning and conducting a survey; (3) anticipating
of sequences and series. The AP course covers topics in differential patterns, exploring random phenomena using probability and simula-
and integral calculus, including concepts and skills of limits, deriva- tion; and (4) statistical inference, estimating population parameters
tives, definite integrals, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and and testing hypothesis. Some major assignments include designing
series. The course teaches students to approach calculus concepts and implementing sample surveys, observational studies, and experi-
and problems when they are represented graphically, numerically, ments, critical statistical analysis of real-life data. By the end of this
analytically, and verbally, and to make connections amongst these course student will have a working knowledge of the ideas and tools
representations. Students learn how to use technology to help solve of practical statistics and be able to make informed decisions based
problems, experiment, interpret results, and support conclusions. on data.
# AP Computer Science A - CDM911/912 # AP Computer Science Principles – CDM913/914
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 10, 11, 12 2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 10, 11, 12
CADR, CTE Dual Credit CADR
Prerequisite Prerequisite
Algebra 2 Intro to Computer Science (recommended, but not required)
Special Credit Available Course Fees
College credit available through end-of-year AP examination. None
Course Fees Graduation Content Requirement
None Occupational, Math
Graduation Content Requirement Course Description
Occupational, Math This new offering to JHS is a full-year, rigorous, entry-level course
that introduces high school students to the foundations of modern
Course Description computing. The course covers a broad range of foundational top
The Advanced Placement Program offers an introductory course and ics such as programming, algorithms, the Internet, big data, digital
exam in computer science. The course emphasizes object-oriented privacy and security, and the societal impacts of computing. Students
programming methodology with a concentration on problem solving will demonstrate project based learning and teamwork in many of the
and algorithm development, and is meant to be the equivalent of a assignments and those students electing to take the AP exam will be
first-semester college-level course in computer science. It also in expected to submit small portfolio assignments to the AP board. Prior
cludes the study of data structures, design, and abstraction. Students programming experience is not required, but can be helpful.
will be able to design and implement solutions to problems by writing,
running, and debugging computer programs using the programming
language Java. Students can expect 1 hour of homework a day.
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SCIENCE courses 2020-21 course catalog
In the 21st century, we see advancements in science and technology Science Sequences and Prerequisites
that surpass the predictions of the most imaginative forecasters. Sci- All courses are laboratory sciences in that students interact primarily
entists are delving into the molecular machinery of the biological cell with data drawn from the material world using the tools, data collec-
and examining bits of material from other planets of the solar system. tion techniques, models, and theories of science. The Next Genera-
Science teachers at Juanita High School endeavor to capture the ex- tion Science Standards (NGSS) adopted by Washington State in 2013
citement of these discoveries and efforts while giving students a solid identify student learning in science that should occur by the end
understanding of basic scientific principles and facts. The challenge of the 9-12th grade band. These standards will be assessed in the
for the student is to be receptive to a scientific way of thinking and to Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science (WCAS) in spring
be open to the thrill of discovery. of the 11th grade year. While all science courses maybe used to fulfill
the science requirements for graduation, the recommended se-
Homework Expectation in Science Courses quences ensure that students are able to access all of the standards.
Homework is an extension of the student’s education and a chance It is strongly recommended that students receive one year each of
for independent work. It reinforces the student’s classroom learning, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics by 11th grade in order to ensure
helps him/her develop good study habits, strengthens classroom success on the WCAS.
performance, and enables the establishment of a pattern of active
learning. Each day the student should allot a standardized time of There are two major science sequences that can be pursued at JHS:
approximately 30 minutes to science homework, whether working the Standard Sequence provides for 1-2 AP science classes while
on a specific assignment or going over class notes. For a laboratory the Additional AP Sequence provides for 2-4 AP science classes (see
science, the student also is expected to spend approximately one above). Students should talk with their current science teacher and
hour per week completing the lab journal. This homework plan will consider their mathematical and general academic preparedness
be more efficient than a 2-3 hour study period once a week. When when deciding on their science course selections.
homework regularly exceeds the 30-minute daily time period, it may
be a sign that time in class and time at home are not being used to
best advantage.
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SCIENCE courses 2020-21 course catalog
Biology in the Earth System Food Science - CVC721
Honors Biology in the Earth System - SCI231/SCI232 1 Semester/.50 credit – Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 9, 10 CADR
CADR
Prerequisite
Graduation Content Requirement Successful completion or concurrent enrollment in Biology in the
Science. This course is part of the college-bound Science curriculum Earth System
and qualifies as a laboratory science in the NCAA core for student
athletes.
Course Fees
$20 lab fee
Course Description
This year-long course is designed to help students understand the
Graduation Content Requirement
Occupational, Science
principles of life science with connections to Earth science. Students
will use science and engineering practices and crosscutting concepts Course Description
to investigate living systems at various scales. Specific topics include Ever wonder why bread rises, how mayonnaise is made, or how
structure and function, growth and development of organisms, and marshmallows are formed? This course focuses on the applica-
matter and energy flow in organisms. Students will also explore cycles tion of biological, chemical, and physical principles as they relate to
of matter and energy in ecosystems as well as ecosystem dynam- the study of food and food production. We discuss converting raw
ics, functioning, and resilience and social interactions and group agricultural products into processed forms suitable for direct human
behavior. Students will investigate inheritance and variation of traits, consumption, and the storage of such products. Also discussed in
evidence of common ancestry and diversity, natural selection, adap- this class is the use of food additives, food preparation and packag-
tation, biodiversity, Earth and human activity, and biogeology. This ing, food storage and shipment, and related aspects of human health
course will include optional honors assignments, which can qualify and safety in correlation to food including toxicology and pathology.
students for an “Honors” designation on their transcript. The Science Major assignments include experiments related to looking at food
Department homework expectation applies. in order to find better ways to select, preserve, process, and pack-
age food products, including the ingredients that go into them. By
AP Biology - SCI281/SCI282
the end of this course students will be able to analyze factors that
2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 10, 11, 12 contribute to human health and safety in correlation to food prepara-
CADR tion and production and understand and apply chemical concepts in
food preparation. Working to make foods safe, nutritious, convenient,
Prerequisite economical, and tasty. This class is cross credited with a lab science
Successful completion of Biology in the Earth System and can be used as a lab science class for graduation purposes. The
Science Department homework expectation applies.
Special Credit Available (Optional)
College credit available through end-of-year AP examination. Chemistry in the Earth System
Course Fees Honors Chemistry in the Earth System - SCI331/SCI332
$20 lab fee. Fee for AP examination is approximately $100. 2 Semesters/1.0 credit - Grades 10, 11, 12
Requirements CADR
Scientific calculator Requirements
Graduation Content Requirement Scientific calculator
Science. This course is part of the college-bound Science curriculum Graduation Content Requirement
and qualifies as a laboratory science in the NCAA core for student Science. This course is part of the college-bound Science curriculum
athletes. and qualifies as a laboratory science in the NCAA core for student
Course Description athletes.
It is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory biology Course Description
course. Students will study molecules and cells, DNA, electrophoresis This year-long course is designed to help students understand the
and genetic engineering; heredity and evolution; and organisms and principles of chemistry in the context of Earth science phenomena.
populations. The curriculum will prepare students for College Board- Students will use science and engineering practices and crosscutting
administered Advanced Placement (AP) examination. Depending on concepts to investigate chemical processes within Earth systems.
the results on this examination, students may be permitted to enroll Specific topics include structure and properties of matter, chemi-
in upper level biology courses in college, and/or students may qualify cal reactions, and chemical processes in everyday life. Students will
for college credit. The science department homework expectation also explore conservation of energy and energy transfer. Students
applies. will investigate the history of planet earth as well as earth materials
and systems, including natural resources, natural hazards, the role
of water in Earth’s surface processes, and climate. This course will
include optional honors assignments, which can qualify students for
an “Honors” designation on their transcript. The Science Department
homework expectation applies.
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